Job Title: Project Manager

Job Type: Contract

Tenure: 11 months

Start Date: 1st September 2024 (or earlier)

Location: Abuja, FCT (with occasional short trips to Kebbi State)

Background

Green Habitat Initiative (GHI), with support from the United Nations Climate Technology Centre and Network (UN-CTCN) and UNEP, is piloting the application of a Radio and Internet System to support climate-smart agriculture in technical assistance titled RANETA (Radio and Internet for Climate Smart Agriculture) in Kebbi State, Northwest Nigeria. RANETA is a unique exploitation of the Radio and Internet to allow rural communities to leverage technology and radio, which has widespread use in rural communities to build the resilience of smallholder agricultural practitioners, promote wider use of agrometeorological services to improve data availability, climate forecasting, early warning, adaptation planning, and decision making in the agricultural sector. In the medium and long term, this project aims to reduce climate risks in agricultural production, thereby improving food supply and livelihood security.

As such, GHI is currently seeking to engage a professional project manager to oversee the successful implementation of the technical assistance, on a contract basis. 

Position Summary:

As the PM, you will be responsible for the overall delivery of the technical assistance. Your outputs must be in line with GHI and donor’s expectations as will be set out. You will oversee the activities and outputs of all staff appointed to support the technical assistance. You shall report accordingly, the progress of the work to the Project Director/Team Leader of the technical assistance.

Expected Results:

At the end of the TA, it is expected that GHI will support its partners in designing a dissemination technology system that supports smallholder farmers in the planning and execution of their farming activities. The system must collect weather data from NiMet and disseminate it to the small-holder farmers. The technology will be tested and evaluated by its targeted beneficiaries, and it must meet a high-quality standard. 

Qualifications and required experiences:

1. A bachelor’s or master’s degree in an IT field, Software Engineering, Computer Science or Engineering, Climatology, Meteorology, Climate Forecast Engineering, Information Systems, Agricultural Engineering or similar is required.

2. A minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in donor-funded programs, preferably in the agricultural sector. 

3. Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot ICT equipment is desired.

4. At least 3 years of experience in a project management role is required.

5. Understanding of climate change issues and how they affect agricultural practices in Nigeria.

Required personal competencies:

1. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

2. Sustainability Knowledge: Knowledge of the sustainability agenda and its relationship with business. Must possess a strong interest in driving corporate action on sustainable development. Must have an international and innovative outlook and mindset.

3. Computer/Technical Skills: Advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Experience using project management software (e.g., Clickup, Slack, etc) is desirable.

4. Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be “clients” and seeks to see things from clients’ point of view. Establishes and maintains productive relationships with key decision makers by gaining their trust and respect; Identifies clients’ needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; responds to questions, concerns, and requests from executives; meets timeline for delivery of services to a client.

5. Research and Analytical Skills: Exceptional ability to conduct research effectively and assemble this information in a timely manner. Proven critical thinker with strong analytical skills. Ability to explain complex information in a clear, concise, and practical manner. Exceptional attention to detail that demonstrates an ability to evaluate complex information or problems to find a precise and digestible solution.

6. Communication and Language Skills: Advanced communication skills, including outstanding written and spoken English skills that enable him/her to communicate professionally and confidently. Ability to interact with a broad set of businesses and present over the phone, virtually, and in person. Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others, and responds appropriately. Ability to communicate persuasively in written form to help engage at scale. Asks questions to clarify and exhibits interest in having two-way communication. Exceptional attention to detail, including tailoring language, tone, and content to match various audiences. Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed.

7. Proven ability to provide technical leadership and support.

8. Ability to engage and manage strategic stakeholders, including government, implementing partners, academia, beneficiary communities, and the private sector.

9. Experience in capacity building.

10. Excellent written and communication skills in English are required.

11. Knowledge of the Hausa Language is desirable.

Responsibilities:

1. Oversee the implementation of the 18-month RANETA project, ensuring adherence to timelines and objectives.

2. Manage and lead the project team in the implementation of all activities, providing guidance and support to ensure effective collaboration and achievement of project goals.

3. Collaborate with key stakeholders to identify opportunities for project enhancement and optimisation.

4. Ensure timely and accurate documentation of project milestones and deliverables.

5. Foster continuous learning and skill development to enhance project outcomes.

Core Values:

• Integrity: Prioritise honest communication, ethical decision-making, accountability, and fair treatment of team members. Foster a culture of trust and reliability within the team.
    
• Strategic: Holds a clear, forward-thinking vision for the project and its impact. They align actions with long-term strategic objectives to drive organisational success.

• Innovation: Encouraging creative thinking and novel approaches within the project team, value the identification of efficient solutions to challenges and the continuous improvement of processes.

Application Guidelines

1. Kindly upload your CV. It should be 2 pages maximum. Name the file as CV_FirstName_LastName and in PDF format.

We are more interested in learning about your achievements in your previous experiences than your daily tasks. We advise you to focus on 3 to 4 major achievements for each of your current/past roles.

2. Cover letter. 1 page maximum. Name the file as CL_FirstName_LastName  in PDF format. 

We will read your CV and come to know of your achievements. Therefore, your cover letter should not be a repetition of your CV. Instead, use it to succinctly inform us what unique value you will bring by joining us that is not mentioned anywhere in your application. Tell us why you will be the best candidate to manage this project.

Any file submissions that violate the submission guidelines will not be considered. 

Ensure your contact details are updated.

Application will close once the right candidate is found. Interested applicants are advised to apply as soon as possible.

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